CVVT Oil Control Valve (Intake)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Kia Niro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Remove the variable force solenoid.
(Refer to Engine Control System - "VARIABLE FORCE SOLENOID ")
- Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")
- Remove the CVVT oil control valve (A) using a socket & wrench (B).
CVVT oil control valve center bolt:
[47.1 - 52.0 N.m (4.8 - 5.3 kgf.m, 34.7 - 38.3 lb-ft)] + [25 - 31°]
NOTE:- To prevent impurities from entering intake OCV & center bolt, wear rubber gloves.
- When removing the intake OCV & center bolt, place a wrench (B) at position (A) to prevent the camshaft from rotating.